Scottish Gov publishes salon opening checklist
With hair salons in Scotland set to open from tomorrow (15th July), and beauty salons, nail salons, spas and make-up counters preparing for reopening from 22nd July, the Scottish government has issued a checklist for salon owners to ensure they are meeting government guidance.
Scotland's guidance for close contact services – such as beauty treatments – is inline with that published by the UK government in their document, ‘Keeping workers and clients safe during COVID-19 in close contact services', revised last week (9th July). Beauty salons, spas, make-up counters, nail bars, sunbed salons and tattooists will be allowed to open on 22nd July subject to enhanced hygiene measures.
- Key measures include:
- Physical distancing with marked areas between seats and treatment stations
- Perspex screens installed at workstations, including reception areas if possible
- Bookings by appointment only with times staggered to minimise overlap of clients
- The retention of customer details for four weeks to share details for Test and Protect if required
- Face coverings mandatory for staff and customers with visors recommended for staff
- Reading materials and refreshments removed other than water on request
In addition, Scottish salon owners have been provided with a checklist to help ensure they are meeting the requirements. The checklist includes physical distancing and signage, adapting services, staff and customer safety, hygiene and cleaning, and customer and staff support.
Download the checklist here.
Continue to visit the Scottish Government website for the latest information.
